Crafty1

Wow! I am so impressed I'm bookmarking this thread! Have an awesome time quilting!

DoriDeS

that is amazing ...

liking quilting

Learn something new everyday from this site! Did not know that could be done. I'm impressed.

tatavw01

wow very cool

mighty

Congrats, enjoy!!!

sash

Had no idea this could be done; thought it was a joke and you just got a new machine. Wow; I'm impressed.

DebbE

I wish someone out here on the West Coast did that -- that would REALLY make a big difference in quilting! Congratulations!

sewmorethings

Didn't know that could be done, it is something to think about

AshleyR

After doing some research, I asked a local guy who does welding if he would be able to stretch a sewing machine. He said he'd never done so, but after looking at a tute, he said he didn't see any reason why he couldn't. He said he'd charge by the hour, but anticipated it would cost between $300-400. I imagine after he was done with it, it would need to go to the repair center to get it adjusted properly, which I assume would cost between $100-300 (this, I did not research, just thinking aloud).
So, I figured I can stretch my old Singer for $400-700 (and since he's local, I wouldn't have to ship and I wouldn't have to wait long for it - maybe 2 weeks from start to finish?) from 7 inches to 19 inches. I would probably have to buy a new motor for her too, which would add another $100. I'm tempted, but can't afford it right now. And the Singer looks really nice, and fits in a nice cabinet, so I'm on the look out for a cheapie that can be mutilated. I haven't seen anything for less than what I'm selling Singer, tho!

Peggy Jeanne

I thought you were kidding, had to look at your pictures twice! Amazing!